Motherhood Unedited Shaina Feingold, LCSW

What do you do when your expectations of motherhood do not turn out like you expected?  Many people when they find out they are pregnant go out and buy all the books and do all the research to prepare for motherhood. While some of those books and resources can be great, I truly believe nothing can prepare you for all the ups and downs that come with this new role. Honestly, even if people tell you all the struggle that can come with motherhood, it’s hard to truly imagine until you are in it. Unfortunately, when you’re in it, the hardest thing to do is give yourself grace and have the positive self-talk. Often time the commentary is far more negative, such as “I’m a failure”, “I can’t do this”, or “I shouldn’t have become a mother”. 

This week on Motherhood Unedited I have the pleasure of speaking with Rachel Ousted about her motherhood experience. Specifically, she talks about how being a recovering perfectionist and the anxiety that surfaced as a result when it came to her role as a mother. She talks about how being a mom is a learning experience, and that you can never be fully prepared for what’s to come. 

Rachel Olstad is a Life Coach and Home Organizer and Decluttering Expert. She helps women and moms get rid of mental and physical clutter in their home and their life, so they have more time, space, energy and peace to experience what matters most. If you are interested in connecting with Rachel reach out to her using the links below: 

https://rachelolstad.com/

https://www.instagram.com/rachel_olstad/

https://www.facebook.com/groups/thesimplifiedlifegroup

If you or someone you know is struggling as a new mom please reach out to Shaina Feingold www.mindfulreflections.com.  Even if you are in the midst of the struggle right now, there is an easier way.  It is possible to be the mom you always wanted to be!

Pregnancy and the postpartum time period comes with its fair share of challenges. An area that many mothers struggle with after giving birth is their bodies.  Many find it frustrating that their body did not bounce back like they thought it would after giving birth. They keep breastfeeding, try to eat right, and attempt to workout.  Yet, try as they might, they see little to no difference. The number on the scale doesn’t budge and they still don’t fit into your pre-pregnancy clothes. It can be really disappointing and frustrating when that becomes the reality. I think many moms out there know that being pregnant will take its toll on the body, but it's still frustrating when the body doesn't bounce back. 

Jackie Kickish is a Doctor of Physical Therapy, certified pre and postnatal corrective exercise specialist and mom of 3 young children, including twins. Her mission is to help moms regain their strength and confidence throughout every stage of motherhood.

She has 2 online programs, one specifically for postpartum moms to heal and  properly re-strengthen their core and improve pelvic floor dysfunction, which will launch in mid May 2022. Jackie is also the creator of the SHE in 30 method: simple, healthy and effective nutrition and home workouts in 30 minutes or less for moms on the go. SHE in 30 is not for newly postpartum moms. Both programs are virtual and include 1:1 coaching.

If you would like to connect with Jackie please use the links below 



Website  for more info: www.jackiekickish.com

Free resource, 6 exercises every mom should do postpartum: https://jackiekickish.com/pages/simple-exercises

Social media:

IG:  @drjackiekickish

FB  page: Dr. Jackie Kickish (https://www.facebook.com/drjackiekickish)

Free  private FB group just for moms on their health and fitness journey called Healthy Mama Huddle:   https://www.facebook.com/groups/healthymamahuddle



If you or someone you know is struggling as a new mom please reach out to Shaina Feingold www.mindfulreflections.com.  Even if you are in the midst of the struggle right now, there is an easier way.  It is possible to be the mom you always wanted to be!

Many people dream about becoming a mom and envision what that role will look and feel like when it happens.  However, when motherhood becomes the reality it can feel disappointing when it doesn’t meet those expectations.  People say that motherhood is difficult and that sleep is hard to come by, which is true, but there isn’t much else that is shared.  People often don’t talk about the anxiety, the thought that you’re not cut out for this, and the pressure of looking after this tiny human full-time with few breaks.  When a person first steps into the motherhood role, it can feel chaotic and disorienting, making it difficult to have a positive mindset.  This week we are talking with Courtney Wolf about the mom mindset and how it can ebb and flow throughout motherhood, and how she has worked to change her mindset along her journey.   

Courtney is a business coach and mother of four young children.  She helps other mompreneurs create and grow their online business with Mama Made CEO Academy.  Courtney understands what it’s like to be a busy mom and also want to build a successful business. If you are mompreneur looking for help growing your business you can reach out to Courtney using the links below 



Website: www.courtneywolfcoaching.com

Instagram: www.instagram.com/courtneywolfcoaching

Mama Made CEO Podcast: www.courtneywolfcoaching.com/podcast



If you or someone you know is struggling as a new mom please reach out to Shaina Feingold at www.mindfulreflections.com.  Even if you are in the midst of the struggle right now, there is an easier way.  It is possible to be the mom you always wanted to be!

Being a parent is one of the hardest jobs a person can have.  I have a career and I am a mom, and I would say my full time gig is a breeze compared to motherhood.  Unfortunately, you don't get paid to be a mom.  This week we are talking with Prashanti B. about the ups and downs of motherhood and the importance of having financial freedom/independence.  Prashanthi talks about how essential it is for a mom, even as stay at home mom, to have some form of financial independence.  It could be selling your art on Etsy, selling a product that you enjoy, or providing a service.  Prashanthi is originally from India and currently lives in Texas with her family.  She talks about the differences in culture between the United States and India, particularly when it comes to financial independence.  



Prashanthi is a Digital Entrepreneur.  She helps other businesses increase their following through social media marketing and content creation. Feel free to reach out to Prashanthi via phone or email.  Her contact information is below 



email: prasy2022@gmail.com

phone: (972) 742-8089



If you or someone you know is struggling as a new mom please reach out to Shaina Feingold www.mindfulreflections.com.  Even if you are in the midst of the struggle right now, there is an easier way.  It is possible to be the mom you always wanted to be!

I always say that everyone’s motherhood story is unique to them.  This week I am speaking with Nicole Hennesey about her journey, which has not been easy.  She talks about how at 17 years old she left her abusive boyfriend and immediately after, found out she was pregnant.  Nicole’s road has had its emotional ups and downs, and this week she talks about everything that she has overcome to get where she is today.  She has experienced some big waves, but that hasn’t stopped her from living out her dreams.  She currently lives in Maryland with her husband, two daughters, son, and grandson.

Nicole is a photographer and life coach.  She strives to empower women to live their best lives, externally and internally.  Her life experiences have helped her see the importance of self love and a positive outlook on life. Her goal is to share her message and help other women, like her, reach their full potential. If you are interested in learning more about Nicole you can connect with her using the following links: 



Website: http://www.thehennessyshouse.com/

Retreat: http://www.thehennessyshouse.com/womens-retreat/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nicolehennessy2

Instagram: @thehennessyshouse



If you or someone you know is struggling as a new mom please reach out to Shaina Feingold www.mindfulreflections.com.  Even if you are in the midst of the struggle right now, there is an easier way.  It is possible to be the mom you always wanted to be!

It is very common to compare yourself to others, especially when it comes to motherhood.  It’s not unheard of to look at other moms on social media or in your own life and like they are rocking motherhood in a way that you aren’t.  Other moms seem to be enjoying so much of their motherhood experience.  Is that reality? This week on Motherhood Unedited we are talking with Danyelle Hahn about her experience with motherhood and how comparison has come up on her journey.  We talk about how social media plays a big role in the comparisons moms make, and how so much of motherhood is not seen to the outside world.  Danyelle talks about so much of her experience as a mother, from navigating postpartum depression, raising 4 children, and how she decided to pursue her desire to be a podcast manager.  .

Danyelle is a podcast manager, with a desire to help her fellow mom.  Specifically, she works with podcast hosts who serve moms so that they can have more time for their business and their passions. If you are a coach, therapist, or other helping professional and have a podcast that you need help managing please reach out to Danyelle.  You can connect with her using the links below. 



Website: https://danyellenicole.wordpress.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/danyelle.tullyhahn/

Calendly: https://calendly.com/dnvirtualsolutions/chat



If you or someone you know is struggling as a new mom please reach out to Shaina Feingold www.mindfulreflections.com.  Even if you are in the midst of the struggle right now, there is an easier way.  It is possible to be the mom you always wanted to be!